Donald Trump, who, according to preliminary data, is winning the presidential elections in the USA, made a number of statements regarding Ukraine, the war and his intentions to resolve the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The politician emphasized that Russia's invasion of Ukraine would not have happened if he were president, and blamed the current US administration for the escalation.
Trump also said he would be able to achieve peace quickly if he becomes president. "I would call Volodymyr Zelenskyi and Vladimir Putin and tell them that they should conclude an agreement," the politician shared his strategy. He is confident that he will be able to come to an agreement with both leaders, because he previously had "very good relations" with Putin.
Trump has emphasized that he seeks to resolve the conflict before his inauguration, if he is officially elected president. Regarding the president of Ukraine, Trump called Volodymyr Zelenskyi "the best salesman in history" because of his successful visits to other countries, where he manages to get significant financial support.
These statements by Trump may indicate a likely course for a peaceful settlement of the conflict with the participation of the United States, but they also cause controversy about his approach to relations with Russia and criticism of the Ukrainian leadership.
